cripple hole
cripple hole · cripple holes
Synonym of sheep creepSynonym of sheep creep; a small, low rectangular opening built into the base of a dry stone wall to allow sheep to pass between field.
Meaning
1 sensesSynonym of sheep creep; a small, low rectangular opening built into the base of a dry stone wall to allow sheep to pass between field.
Origin
Cripple likely points to a constricted, narrow, or "crippled" (stunted/low) opening in theCripple likely points to a constricted, narrow, or "crippled" (stunted/low) opening in the drystone barrier.
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Forms
plural: cripple holes| Singular | cripple hole |
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